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Position Transducer targets aircraft flight simulators.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 07:36:20 -0500

Designed specifically for replacement of worn out or obsolete position feedback systems used by aircraft flight simulators, Micropulse Linear Position Transducer and Interface Module features internal LCD screen for parameter display, and pushbutton tuning for quick setup. In most cases, Micropulse solution is both mechanically and electrically compatible, down to host system connector plug.

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Fiber Optic IR Transmitters feature 1 msec response time.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 07:43:04 -0500

With adjustable emissivity from .05 to .99, OS4000 Series industrial high speed fiber optic infrared transmitters are capable of measuring temperature from 392-2,912°F using 3 standard optical fields of view and 3 standard fiber optic cable lengths. CE compliant units feature built in laser sighting for lens probe positioning, linear analog output (1 mV/°, 0/5 Vdc, 0/10 Vdc, or 4-20 mA), fiber optic gain adjust, RS232 interface, and Windows based PC interface software.

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Seam Thickness Gauge measures beverage cans.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:54:18 -0500

Suited for can diameters from 2-3 in., Seam Thickness Gauge features special design which aligns position of digital indicator precisely with chuck wall angle, and offers accurate seam thickness measurement with .0005 in. resolution. Measurement readings can be transferred automatically into WACO® Accuseam system.

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Transmitter measures carbon dioxide and temperature.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:54:17 -0500

Combining accurate CO2 measurements with passive temperature output, wall mount Series CDW features Non-Dispersive Infrared sensor that continuously updates calibration through proprietary logic feature, which limits amount of error due to drift. Series is suited for building automation systems to help control fresh air intake in room.

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Radiologger transmits temperature and humidity readings.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:43:26 -0500

Enabling wireless monitoring, rl4106 temperature and humidity transmitter features real-time alarm notification and allows historical analysis of data. Unit includes onboard temperature sensor and humidity sensor, which can be mounted internally to transmitter body, externally on case, or remotely on probe. Powered by 3.6 V AA Li-Ion battery, it includes LCD screen that simultaneously displays recent readings and predicted battery life.

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Pressure Transducer features digitally compenated design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 07:39:56 -0500

Constructed of one-piece stainless steel, CE approved Model AST20HA contains no internal O-rings and is equipped with 100 V/m of EMI/RFI protection from electrical noise. ASIC design features real-time thermal compensation and linearity correction. Operating from -40 to 185°F, AST20HA provides pressure ranges from 0-25 psi to 0-10,000 psi and is available in compound ranges up to 2,500 psi. Output options include 4-20 mA, 1-5 V, 1-10 V, and 0.5-4.5 V ratiometric.

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KPSI Transducers are available with lightning protection.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 07:39:44 -0500

Designed for small-bore applications, Series 300 level and pressure transducers are protected against fast rising voltage transients via 2 surge protection components: one in 0.75 in. OD 316 housing of transducer and one at surface. Waterproof products withstand harsh environments that contain hostile fluids and gases and are available with option of welded 316 SS or titanium construction. Each integrates pressure sensor assembly and optional chemical-resistant ETFE cable jacket.

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Eddy Current Flaw Detectors feature color display.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:46:49 -0500

Phasec 3 is single-frequency instrument for crack and corrosion detection and conductivity and coating measurements, while Phasec 3s adds dynamic rotating inspection capability and Phasec 3d adds dual-frequency capability to 3s for inspection at 2 different depths. Devices feature ¼ VGA TFT display with choice of 8 color combinations to differentiate between stored and active signals. Units have onboard memory for 200 setups and 200 traces, USB connectivity, and battery life up to 6 hr.

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Pressure Transducers come in 0.75 in. dia package.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:02:52 -0500

Model PX409 Series with 316SS construction is ruggedized with minimum of 4x overpressure protection, and secondary containment rated to even higher pressure. Micromachined silicon sensor is protected by stainless steel diaphragm which transfers pressure to sensor by thin film of silicon oil. Unit is suited for industrial, automation, test, automotive, aerospace, and gas product applications, as well as calibration and test applications in oil industry.

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Temperature Transmitters are head and/or field mounted.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:02:52 -0500

Including head mounted TTH300 and field mounted TTF300 that has configurable display, smart HART temperature transmitters offer sensor calibration and backup redundancy for 2 Platinum 100 resistance thermometers with 3-wire connections. Units feature sensor adjustments based on 1- and 2-point calibration or linearization via Callendar van Dusen equation. Measuring accuracy is ±0.1 K for Pt resistance thermometers along with long-term stability of ± 0.05% per yr.

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Dew Point Transmitter can measure down to -80°C.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:46:06 -0500

Enabling dew point temperature measurements in range from -80 to +60°C, Series EE371 multifunctional transmitter has HMC01 sensor element that exhibits high resistance against chemical pollutants. It features auto-calibration, freely scalable and configurable analog outputs, status indicators for on-site diagnostics, and sensing head which is pressure tight up 1,450 psi. Rugged, compact metal housing is rotatable over full 360°, enabling easy accessibility.

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Pressure Transducers meet 3A sanitary standards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:30 -0500

Suited for dairy, food processing, pharmaceutical, and biotech applications, PX790 Series sanitary pressure transducers utilize thin film technology, precision machining, and electro polishing. It comes with NEMA 4X rated, all stainless steel construction that offers protection against falling dirt, rain, sleet, snow, windblown dust, splashing water, and corrosion for industrial applications. Series is available with 0-5 Vdc or 4-20 mA outputs.

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Electro-Pneumatic Transducers regulate branch pressure.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:41:37 -0500

Incorporating 2 valves, in-barb filter, 30 psi analog gauge, anodized aluminum manifold, and brass barbed fittings, Series EPTA converts analog input signal to linearly proportionate pneumatic output by modulating control valves to regulate branch pressure. Standard models maintain branch pressure on power loss, while Fail-Safe models will drop branch pressure to 0 psi. Immune to mounting orientation, transducers offer manual override and adjustable span and offset.

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Torque Transducers offer measurement range to 10,000 Nm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 07:27:58 -0500

Suited for limited space applications, TorqSense RWT330/340 Series provides non-contact measurement of torque, speed, power, and position of rotating shafts. Tiny piezo-ceramic combs fixed to transducer's shaft distort in proportion to instantaneous torque level, creating data signals that are transmitted via non-contact radio frequency coupling. Once transmitted to control unit, signals can be read on alphanumeric display or transferred to PC for storage and analysis.

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Flaw Detector incorporates EC and ECA technologies.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:42:24 -0500

OmniScan® MXE flaw detector offers eddy current (EC) and eddy current array (ECA) technologies used to detect surface and slight subsurface defects in metallic structures. Included MXE v2.0 software offers interface with step-by-step Wizard Assistance Menu that accelerates calibration and setup of application parameters. Alarm features offer flexible setup conditions, and other features include raster scan function as well as seamless switch between EC inspection and ECA inspection.

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Transmitters are offered with wireless/wired connectivity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:41:11 -0500

HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT330/MMT330/PTU300 and DRYCAP Dewpoint Transmitter Series DMT340 are available with Ethernet connectivity for wireless or wired networks. With this communication option, transmitter can be connected into computer network to provide virtual terminal connection between transmitter and PC. This affords access to instrument measurements via LAN and Internet. Each transmitter has IP address, making it uniquely addressed in network.

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Coating Thickness Gage validates measurement conformance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:44 -0500

PosiTector® 6000 offers SSPC PA2 feature set in memory models that helps determine if film thickness over extended area conforms to user-specified Min and Max levels. Through PA2 Setup menu, user can specify Min and Max thickness, number of readings in one spot, number of spots in batch, and allowable deviance. Stored results can be viewed on display, modified, or deleted, and formatted printout can be sent to optional IR printer. Results can also be downloaded to PC via USB cable.

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Microwave Radar Level Products monitor plant storage tanks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:42:24 -0500

Guided-wave radar level transmitter uses sharp electromagnetic pulses to measure distances and levels for liquids, pastes, granulates, powders, and liquid interfaces. Touch-screen facilitates operation and supports 9 languages. Featuring triple barrier gas-tight protection, free-space radar transmitter suits applications that require non-contact measurement in difficult process conditions. It measures up to 262.5 ft and operates up to flange temperature of 390°F.

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Wireless Temperature Transmitters feature NEMA 4X enclosure.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:37:26 -0500

Weather resistant UWTC-2-NEMA and UWRTD-2-NEMA wireless thermocouple and RTD transmitters are suited for industrial applications that involve falling dirt, rain, sleet, snow, windblown dust, splashing water, or hose-directed water. Thermocouple model can be programmed to work as type J, K, T, E, R, S, B, C or N transmitter, while RTD models are factory programmed for PT100 sensors. CE compliant units come with lithium battery that will power transmitter for 3 yr.

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Pressure Transducer provides long-term calibration stability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:37:26 -0500

Suited for applications such as automotive and flight testing, PX5000 Series pressure transducer uses sputtered thin-film sensor technology with molecular gage bonding to provide solid state reliability of 100,000 hr MTBF and calibration stability of 0.1% of FSO over 18 month period. It provides ESD protection to 15 kV and is humidity qualified to MIL-STD-810, with minimal effects due to shock and vibration (shock qualification to 100 g).

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